Uugh I hate that so much!!! Someone did that to my new van when we moved to CO. I tried filing a police report and Walmart wouldn't release their videos to show who had done it since I was in the front parking space. I paid so much money to have it fixed and you can still see the line down the side.
I'm so sorry. I hope you are able to catch a break soon and be blessed with good news!!
Happy birthday to your MIL